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A61 VMG

1983 Honda CX500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

47,312 mi
Last recorded47,312 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 1983 Honda CX50037,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA61 VMG
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2016 47,312 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 15 Jun 2016 47,277 miles

Brake pedal attachment screws missing. clevis pin missing (3.1.2b)

Brake reaction bracket insecure split pin missing (3.2.A1j)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 44,225 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2012 41,004 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 28 Jun 2010 40,974 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2009 38,960 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 38,933 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

How Reliable is the Honda CX500?

Based on 20,820 MOT tests across 3,408 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
3,408
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 356
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 279
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 205
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 197
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 118
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A61 VMG is a 1983 Honda CX500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1983 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 37,306 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CX500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A61 VMG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CX500 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 43 years old, this Honda CX500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A61 VMG registered?

A61 VMG is a 1983 Honda CX500, first registered on 18 August 1983.

Is A61 VMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A61 VMG shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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